Do all traffic tickets result in increased insurance premiums?
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Do all traffic tickets result in increased insurance premiums?
I know that if you are driving and incur a moving violation that the ticket will put points against your license and make your insurance go up. I was wondering if the same can be said for a ticket regarding expired tags?
Asked on January 31, 2011 under Insurance Law, North Carolina
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
No, not all traffic tickets will increase your insurance premiums. Generally speaking, if you are convicted of a moving violation it will increase your insurance premium as the conviction is an indication of the way you operate a vehicle. i.e., against the law. Also generally speaking, each state's DMV uses a point system to determine things like fines or suspension and the points you incur can effect your premium. Sometimes "small" offenses like rolling through a stop sign might not increase your rate. It has to be substantial. Look up your DMV system online. Expired tags do not indicate you are a poor driver. Some states have a grace period. Good luck.
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